Category Archives: Monthly Munchies

Ginny’s Spicy Molasses Cookies

These molasses cookies remind me of cookie treats that I used to enjoy at my Pépère’s house when I was young. Ginny’s Spicy Molasses Cookies 1 ½ cups flour (all-purpose) 1 cup wheat flour 2 teaspoons baking soda 1 teaspoon cinnamon ½ teaspoon ginger ½ teaspoon nutmeg ½ teaspoon ground cloves ½ teaspoon allspice ½ teaspoon salt ½ cup unsalted butter (1 stick), softened 1 cup brown sugar firmly packed 1 egg ½ cup molasses … Continue reading

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Ginny’s Soft Peanut Butter Cookies (with variation)

I am not a huge fan of peanut butter so when I was creating this cookie I had to rely on my family to let me know if it had enough flavor. After a couple of failed attempts, I got the “thumbs-up” from my husband. This soft cookie is loaded with peanut butter flavor. Ginny’s Soft Peanut Butter Cookies (with variation) 1 ½ cups white flour 1 cup wheat flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 … Continue reading

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Ginny’s Oatmeal-Raisin Almond Cookies

Because I had a bunch of almonds that needed to be used, I created this variation of the popular oatmeal cookie. If you are not found of almonds you can leave them out or substitute your favorite nut. Ginny’s Oatmeal-Raisin Almond Cookies 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 tsp baking soda 1 tsp baking powder 1 tsp salt 1 ½ tsp ground cinnamon 1 cup unsalted butter, softened 1 cup granulated sugar 1 cup packed brown … Continue reading

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Ginny’s Peppermint Sugar Cookies

If you love peppermint and you love sugar cookies, then you will love these cookies. Super easy to make and no chilling is necessary. Ginny’s Peppermint Sugar Cookies 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour 1 tsp baking soda ½ tsp baking powder 1 cup butter, softened 1 ½ cups white sugar 1 egg ½ tsp vanilla extract ½ tsp peppermint extract ½ cup peppermint candy — finely crushed (about 6 regular size candy canes) Preheat oven … Continue reading

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Butterscotch Bird’s Nest Cookies

Let the kids help with these super simple no-bake treats. Butterscotch Bird’s Nest Cookies 1 bag butterscotch chips (12 oz) 2 cups miniature marshmallows 2 Tbsp butter 2 cups Fiber One® original bran cereal 36 piece M&M’s with peanuts 1 tablespoon (or so) prepared frosting to hold M&M’s into nest Melt butter in a large pan then add butterscotch chips and marshmallows and melt over medium-low heat,stirring continuously. As chips and marshmallows begin to melt, … Continue reading

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